As the summer activities are still very much a part of our lives, what more fun could a young family have on a comfortable summer evening than watching an outdoor movie? Unfortunately, the outdoor theaters in our area are a memory from the past.  So, how about having an outdoor movie at home?

We did that one time.  We invited our friends over to join us.  This was too much fun to do it alone.

Our television easily fit through our living room window.  We mounted it on a small table out in our yard.  Our lawn has a sloped side.  We brought out blankets to serve as seating on the incline.

We popped popcorn.  As the summer sun went down beyond the horizon as we gathered around to enjoy the feature.

The smallest of the children got to play outdoors when their attention wandered. Some children cuddled pets that were not allowed in the house. Any spilled popcorn did not need to be swept up when when the movie was over.  All in all, I would say it was a worthwhile event.

If you decide to try this, be sure there is no rain in the forecast. Pick a place where mosquitoes are not likely to attend. Happy viewing!

photo credit:Randall Grabau
photo credit:Wenda Grabau
photo credit:Wenda Grabau